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FG52 OTA

2002 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,598 mi
Last recorded41,598 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XJ60018,833 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG52 OTA
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 41,598 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

oil cooler pipe ferrel split

Pass 23 May 2019 41,508 miles

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened rear swing arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 May 2019 41,508 miles

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock horn detached from mounting, restricting handle bar movement (2.1.4 (c))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened rear swing arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 40,939 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 May 2017 39,957 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 17 May 2017 39,957 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 May 2016 38,048 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 38,048 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 May 2015 35,749 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 34,700 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 33,575 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 30,299 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 26,404 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 22,795 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 17,033 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 11,216 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 11,196 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 9,933 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ600?

Based on 74,677 MOT tests across 7,907 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
835
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
7,907
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,271
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,192
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,135
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 965
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 590
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FG52 OTA is a 2002 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 18,833 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha XJ600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,271 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG52 OTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ600 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FG52 OTA registered?

FG52 OTA is a 2002 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 22 October 2002.

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